Chapter 209
Upon opening the window, the chilly early spring breeze brushed against the tip of her nose. Until just a few days ago, not a single plant had sprouted, but now, a hint of green was beginning to show at the tips of the branches. As Carynne gazed at this, Nancy approached and started a conversation.
“Miss, do you really think you can stop the business once you get there?”
“No, it seems difficult. What kind of money and power do I have right now?”
Carynne answered Nancy with complete honesty. There was no need to put on airs in front of Nancy. It would take months before Carynne could have any significant power.
Nancy seemed somewhat incredulous at her response.
“Then, really, why are you going? What benefit is there in going to meet those people?”
“Do people only move when there’s something in it for them?”
“Didn’t you say you were tired of staying at the mansion? It would have been better to just travel to a relative’s house. That would have made His Lordship more readily agree.”
“That won’t do. I’m going to meet Verdic Evans and Isella Evans.”
This was not a simple trip. Going to the Evans’ mansion was not out of mere curiosity. If it were for curiosity, a new place would be more attractive. But Carynne’s journey to the Evans’ mansion was to meet those people.
“I keep telling you already. I’ve already lived this life before, so try and think about it again with that in mind.”
“Um… I’m getting more confused. If you’re not going for some benefit, then… Ah, is your lover there? That man you mentioned, uh, Sir Raymond?”